The Village of Rhinebeck Board of Trustees convened on June 8, 2025, to address several key agenda items, including event approvals, employee compensation, and procedural matters.

The meeting began with the scheduling of future meetings, confirming dates for March 6 and March 27, 2025. The board then discussed a crane and rigging request related to antenna changes, which was tabled pending further review by the planning board.

A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to community events. The board approved a display for Juneteenth, organized by the Rhinebeck Central School District, to be installed on June 18 and taken down on June 27. Additionally, a small ensemble concert by the Rhinebeck High School music department was scheduled for June 10, pending favorable weather conditions.

The board also approved the annual rubber duck race organized by the Rhinebeck Lions Club, set for June 7, with potential postponement dates due to weather. Concerns were raised regarding the safety of the rubber ducks during the event, leading to an amendment ensuring all ducks would be retrieved from the water.

Following the community discussions, the board moved into executive session to discuss employee merit-based raises. Upon returning, several resolutions regarding employee compensation were presented and approved. The resolutions included salary adjustments for elected officials, full-time employees in various departments, and part-time employees, effective from June 2, 2025, through June 1, 2026.

The meeting concluded with all resolutions passing unanimously, reflecting the board's commitment to community engagement and employee welfare. The next steps include implementing the approved events and salary adjustments as outlined.